Newcastle await return boost after Everton defeat
Malick Thiaw says Newcastle should still fight for Europe despite major exits, and praised Jaissle’s young signings after captaining the side in the 2-1 win at Valencia.
Everton beat Newcastle 3-1 at Murrayfield after Barry, Ndiaye and George struck. Barnes volleyed a late reply, while Sean Steur and Hornicek were among few positives.
Claims linking Nick Woltemade with Barcelona are labelled ‘nonsense’, with sources close to the striker insisting he remains focused on proving himself at Newcastle.
Newcastle are in contention to sign Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara after Crystal Palace saw a £43m bid rejected.
After Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg turned Newcastle down, they have been offered Inter’s Davide Frattesi for about €30m and have also asked about Aleksandar Stankovic.
Wor Flags say shirts left outside St James’ Park will be included in a stadium-wide Kevin Keegan tribute for Newcastle’s home opener against Liverpool.
Newcastle have added Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba to their shortlist after Bruno Guimarães and Sandro Tonali exits, though his injury and Brighton’s demands complicate a deal.
Everton beat Newcastle 3-1 in Edinburgh, exposing shallow depth, Botman’s shaky form and Jaissle’s midfield dilemma. Barnes scored late, while Sean Steur again impressed.
Nick Pope has been suggested as a loan option for Celtic, but the package may be too expensive. The report says he has slipped behind Lukas Hornicek at Newcastle.
Bruno Guimarães’ sale to Arsenal is framed as more than a transfer, leaving Jaissle to rebuild Newcastle’s identity after the departures of Guimarães, Tonali, Gordon and Howe.
Newcastle are continuing to block Manchester United’s move for Lewis Hall, with the article instead listing seven alternative left-backs United could target.
Matthias Jaissle says Fabian Schär, Tino Livramento and Lewis Miley are nearing team training and could get minutes this weekend, boosting hopes for the Premier League start.
Newcastle have opened talks with Angelo Stiller’s representatives but have not bid. Stuttgart can now set their own price, with the expired clause likely to push him to £35m-£40m.
Newcastle have reportedly agreed personal terms with Amar Dedic, with only the fee left to settle. Benfica want €33m, while Newcastle are prepared to go no higher than €30m.
Newcastle could move for Alexander Sorloth after Atletico Madrid signalled they would consider a €40m sale. The 30-year-old striker scored 13 La Liga goals last season.
Newcastle have launched their 2026/27 adidas third kit, featuring a ‘Fresh Lilac’ shirt with deep purple detailing, plus matching shorts and socks. It is on sale now.
